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• This information will help EPA and state, local, and tribal partners make more informed decisions on how best to protect human health and the environment
Water Conservation:
The Putnam Water Department and the Town of Putnam continue to be proactive on water conservation projects. The new “smart” water meters continuously notify us of any high water consumption and in turn we notify the customers of potential interior leaks to help prevent high bills and wasted water. The Town of Putnam also requests that any new building construction or major renovation projects be completed using water saving devices and fixtures such as the new Town Hall and Community Complex.
Source Water Protection Plan:
The Town of Putnam has adopted a Source Water Protection Plan that includes a number of action items to protect our Aquifer Protection Area containing the Park Road Well Field. The Putnam Zoning Commission is the responsible town agency for implementation of the Plan. This includes installation and monitoring of sentinel wells, public education for the various users in the Aquifer Protection Area, including the Providence & Worcester Railroad, industries, Algonquin Pipeline Co., residences and emergency response personnel; an inspection and maintenance program for storm water sewers, and elimination, as much as practicable, of roadway storm water discharges. This Plan will be continually reviewed and updated as required by changing circumstances within the Aquifer Protection Area. The Putnam WPCA is committed to protect and preserve this vital source of water.
June 17, 2026